Thursday, April 16, 2015

The Wacky Watercooler April Blog Hop

Yes, I know, April Fool's Day has come and gone but you have to remember that we are a bunch of wacky Stampin' Up!® demonstrators who love to have fun and do the unusual. We're up to more April trickery and some interesting projects that aren't what they appear to be. Should be a fun time for all.

For my first project I made a birthday card. This is just one of the six I need to make for the birthdays this month at the place where I live. I volunteered to make certain everyone gets a birthday card on their special day. I'm not sure it fits the bill for the "it isn't what it appears to be" but, as you can see on the inside of the card, I added a gift card holder but without a gift card. I simply made a card to fit the holder.

For my next project, I used the new photopolymer stamp set Just Kidding. I wanted to do a fun card and the sentiment I used is so me. Even my kids comment that a day Mom is not stamping is a day that should be marked on the calendar! I have such funny kids.

For my final project, I used the Label Love stamp set and coordinating Artisan Label Punch both of which were birthday gifts from my friend, Jean. They have both been on my wishlist for quite some time and it was such a pleasant surprise to open up that package to find them inside. Thanks, Jean!

Thanks, Marie! I knew the minute I saw the Just Kidding that I had to have it. It's a fun set. The person who was doing the birthday cards was unable to continue and I just couldn't stand the thought of people not getting a card on their day. Some of those who live here have outlived their families.

Such beautiful work, as always, Marsha. And I love that Just Kidding set! Love how you not only posted for the hop but ALSO included four (!) challenges! Don't know how you kept it all straight...wonderful creations!

Hi Marsha, thanks for being part of the Blog Hop. Your creations never disappoint. I love the birthday card and have to applaud your efforts to ensure that no-one goes without a birthday card where you live. Consider yourself hugged, you sweet lady! I just got the "Just Kidding" set and am dying to use it. It's great to have a fun set that evokes an instant laugh or grin from the recipient. Your "funny" kids certainly know your sense of humour. Great job including the challenges, too. It gives us more exposure and certainly gives you added incentive. TFS

Hey Heidi! Thanks for your lovely comment. Well, the person who was doing the birthday cards was unable to continue and no one else came forward. Now everyone gets a handmade card. I really enjoy making them and giving them.

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